Miranda Kerr steps down as David Jones ambassador, with Jessica Gomes taking her place

AUSTRALIAN supermodel Miranda Kerr has stepped down from her role as fashion ambassador for retail giant David Jones.

David Jones will make an announcement this morning to announce that Kerr will be leaving after five years with the major department store.

She will be replaced by model Jessica Gomes.

David Jones boss Paul Zahra was tight-lipped on negotiations with Kerr earlier in the week, refusing to confirm or deny whether her $1 million-a-year contract would be renewed after it expires next year.

David Jones CEO, Paul Zahra, said: "We will forever consider Miranda part of the David Jones family. We have loved being on this journey with Miranda and feel privileged to not only have been a part of it but to watch Miranda's remarkable success and growth.

"We wish Miranda every success for what will undoubtedly be a very successful future and would like to thank her wholeheartedly for her wonderful contribution to our brand."

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